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Acer TravelMate 630

See Removing the Battery Pack on page 57 2. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 62 3. See Removing the Keyboard on page 62 4. See Removing the LCD Module on page 63 5. See Removing the LCD Bezel on page 71 6. See Removing the Inverter Board on page 72 7. See Removing the LCD on page 72 8. Remove the tapes and then disconnect the coaxial cable from the LCD.

See Removing the Battery Pack on page 57 2. Remove the screw on the hard disk cover, and then remove the HDD cover. 3. Pull the plastic tag to remove the HDD module and slide the HDD module out from its bay. Disassembling the Hard Disk Drive Module 1. See Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module on page 61 2. Remove the one screw as shown here, and then detach the HDD from the HDD bracket.

Format HH MM SS (Hour Minute Second) Help &lt Tab&gt ,&lt Shft-Tab&gt , or &lt Enter&gt selects field. Help &lt Tab&gt , &lt Shift&gt , or &lt Enter&gt selects field. Set the display output device on boot up. Help Set the display output device on boot up. When set to Auto, the computer automatically determines the display device. If an external display device (e.g., monitor) is connected, it becomes the boot display. When set to Both, the computer outputs to both the LCD and the external...

Located at the top of the keyboard are five buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are designated as P1, P2, P3, Mail button and Web browser button. By default, buttons Pland P2 are users programmable. The mail button is used to launch the mail application. The LED of the mail button will flash when the user has received an incoming email. The P3, by default is used to launch a multimedia application that came bundled with your system. The web browser button, by default is used to...

Users can press F12 during POST to enter the Boot Options Menu. In this menu users can change boot device without entering BIOS SETUP utility. Information Main Advanced Security Boot Keys used to view or configure devices &lt Enter&gt expands or collapses devices with a + or - &lt Shift + 1&gt enables or disables a device. &lt +&gt and &lt -&gt moves the device up or down. &lt n&gt May move removable device between Hard Disk or Removable Disk &lt d&gt Remove a device that is not installed. F1...

The POST error message index lists the error message and their possible causes. The most likely cause is NOTE Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in FRU Action column, if the FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also help you determine the next possible FRU to be replaced when servicing a computer. If the symptom is not listed, see Undetermined Problems on page 88. The...

Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information. 1. This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION decided for Acer's global product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g. add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be...

Do the following to isolate the problem to a controller, driver, or diskette. A write-enabled, diagnostic diskette is required. NOTE Make sure that the diskette does not have more than one label attached to it. Multiple labels can cause damage to the drive or cause the drive to fail. Do the following to select the test device. See Running PQA Diagnostics Program on page 50 for details. 1. Boot from the diagnostics diskette and start the PQA program (See Running PQA Diagnostics Program on page...

See Removing the Battery Pack on page 57 2. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 62 3. See Removing the Keyboard on page 62 4. See Removing the LCD Module on page 63 5. See Removing the RTC Battery on page 64 6. See Separating the Lower Case from the Upper Case on page 65 7. See Removing the Daughter Board on page 67 8. See Removing the Main Board on page 68 9. Remove the four hex screw as shown here and then the other one on the bottom side of the main board. Detach the main board from the I...

Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), diplays computer output. LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer, its functions and components. Special Keys for launching internet browser, email program and frequently used programs. See Launch Keys on page 17 for more details. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Click buttons (left, center and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons...

This section describes online technical support services available to help you repair your Acer Systems. If you are a distributor, dealer, ASP or TPM, please refer your technical queries to your local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information sources will require a user i.d. and password. These can be obtained directly from Acer CSD Taiwan. Acer's Website offers you convenient and valuable support resources whenever you...

Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems. NOTE The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. 1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible. 2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation. 3. Use the following table with the verified symptom to determine which...

The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. Acer Incorporated makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any Acer Incorporated software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is. Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not Acer Incorporated, its distributor, or its...

This chapter contains step-by-step procedures on how to disassemble the notebook computer for maintenance and troubleshooting. To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge NOTE The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disassembly process, group the screws with the corresponding components to avoid mismatch when putting back the components.

Supply voltage for LCD backlight (Vrms) Maximum input current (A, 90Vac, full load) The maximum inrush current will be less than 50A and 100A when the adapter is connected to 100Vac(50Hz) and 240Vac(60Hz) respectively. It should provide an efficiency of 85 minimum, when measured at maximum load under 240V(60Hz). 6 ms min. ( 100 Vac input, full load) Output can be shorted without damage (no broken, no smoke) 15kV (at air discharge) 8kV (at contact discharge) 1500 Vac (or 2121 Vdc), 10 mA for 1...

Save any changes, and exit BIOS setup. Help Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. Discard any changes, and exit BIOS setup. Help Exit utility without saving Setup data to CMOS. Help Load default values for all SETUP items. Help Load previous value from CMOS for all SETUP items. The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions New versions of system programs Use the IFlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM. NOTE Do not install memory-related drivers...

This function will test Infrared Ray of the notebook machine. Following are the steps 1. Please prepare 2 machines. Choose Test_program for Server for one of the machines and choose 1 for Baud_Rate. 2. Choose Test_program for Client for the other machine. 3. Make the IR ports of the 2 machines close, then, after the detection between the two machines, the pass or fail message will appear on the screen. Press Z 0to move around the main menu. Press H to enable the selected option. The main...

This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features Performance Intel Mobile Pentium IV Northwood processor-M with 512 KB L2 cache and Intel SpeedStep technology support Memory expandable up to 1GB Internal removable optical drive (removable CD or DVD drive) High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk Power management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) Smart Card interface with pre-boot authentication systems as security feature Thin-Film...

See Removing the Battery Pack on page 57 See Removing the Middle Cover on page 62 See Removing the Keyboard on page 62 See Removing the LCD Module on page 63 See Removing the RTC Battery on page 64 See Separating the Lower Case from the Upper Case on page 65 See Removing the MINI PCI Plate on page 64 Put the left RF cable through the upper case, attach the left antenna to the upper case and then secure it with one screw. 9. Put the right RF cable through the upper case, attach the right...

Unlatches the AcerMedia drive for removal or swapping. Insert a business card or similar-sized identification card to personalize your computer. Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. Houses the computer's hard disk. Secured by a screw Protects the hard disk from accidental bumps and vibration. NOTE Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. NOTE Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan.

Display the primary master HDD serial number. If no primary master HDD, show 'None'. Display the secondary master HDD serial number. If no secondary master HDD, show 'None'. The current VGA BIOS version. It is got from VGA BIOS AX 5F01. Display the serial number of the computer. 32 characters Display the asset tag number of the computer. 16 characters Display the Product Name. 15 characters Display the manufacturer Name 15 characters Display the MAC address of the internal LAN. Display the...

No beep, power-on indicator turns off and LCD is blank. Power source battery pack and power adapter . See Power System Check on page 79. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. Reconnect the DIMM. LED board. Main Board. No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. Power source battery pack and power adapter . See Power No beep, power-on indicator turns on and LCD is blank. But you can see POST on an external CRT. No beep, power-on indicator turns on and a blinking...

To verify the symptom of the problem, power on the computer using each of the following power sources 2. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied. 3. Disconnect the power adapter and install the charged battery pack then check that power is supplied by the battery pack. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate power supply check in the following list Check the Power Adapter on page 80 Check the Battery Pack on page 80 Unplug the power adapter cable from the computer...

The following items teach you how to use the touchpad Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. Press the left 1 and right 3 buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results. Use the center 2 button top and bottom to scroll up or down a page. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows...

The flowchart on the succeeding page gives you a graphic representation on the entire disassembly sequence and instructs you on the components that need to be removed during servicing. For example, if you want to remove the main board, you must first remove the keyboard, then disassemble the inside assembly frame in that order. NOTE Please note that some units do not have the two screws Px2 for upper case disassembly procedures. NOTE Please note that some units do not have the two screws Px2...

See Removing the Battery Pack on page 57 2. See Removing the Middle Cover on page 62 3. See Removing the Keyboard on page 62 4. See Removing the LCD Module on page 63 5. See Removing the RTC Battery on page 64 6. See Separating the Lower Case from the Upper Case on page 65 7. See Removing the Daughter Board on page 67 8. See Removing the Main Board on page 68 9. See Removing I O Port Chassis on page 68 10. Release the four screws as shown here, remove the PCMCIA cable from the main board,...

IMPORTANT 1The diagnostics program here that we used is called PQA Product Quality Assurance and is provided by Headquarters. You can utilize it as a basic diagnostic tool. To get this program, you can find it in the service CD kit. To better fit local service requirements, your regional office MAY have other diagnostic program. Please contact your regional offices or the responsible personnel channel to provide you with further technical details. NOTE This program contains a readme.txt file....

Displays a list of the hotkeys and their functions. Accesses the notebook s configuration utility. Switches the power management scheme used by the computer function available if supported by operating system . Puts the computer in Sleep mode, which can be defined via the advanced section of the Power Management Properties in the Windows Control Panel. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitor. Turns the...